Flak on fat?

A lot of talk has been generated over the past several years about fats. While most feel they’re fatal, there are studies which come up to state that some fatty acids are essential for you. Fats should never be banished from your diet altogether, since some of them maintain balance in your body. Incorporating more of these essential fats may not be as difficult as you think. Some easy ways include:

• Staying away from processed foods. Stick to fresh or fresh-to-frozen foods for maximum benefits.

• Adding walnuts, which are high in EFAs – essential fatty acids – (especially Omega-6) to salads, baking, and breakfast cereals.

• Incorporate fresh fish into your diet. Health professionals and nutritionists recommend two times weekly. If your family turns its nose up at fish, experiment with different recipes. Tuna fish sandwiches are a good source of EFAs.

• Have salad with every dinner. Try to look for dark salad greens (like spinach).

• When cooking with oil, opt for walnut or soy oils, which are a good source of EFAs.